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Google Nest Hub Max Thread Support for Matter Devices

https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/12391458?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroidThis post says that the Nest Hub Max can act as a Thread border router, but how? I have a device that needs a Thread border router, but when I use my Pixel to add ...

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Resolved! Exclude Device from Routine Actions if it is Turned Off

Hello all!I've been playing around with the new automation script editor and it's been a fun time!I've recently set up an automation that when I arm my security system it turns off various devices, turns on our bedroom TV and our nightstand lamps.Whe...

linkian19 by Community Member
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"Alarm" function not available with Google Assistant

For several weeks, I have been experiencing an annoying bug where, when activating the bedtime routine on my Google Nest Hub, the assistant is unable to understand the time, repeatedly asking me to repeat the time. Here's a typical conversation:"What...

Resolved! Starter => condition1 => action1 => condition2 => action2

Hello,I'm trying to write an Automation routine with multiple conditions (like in my post title).It seems to be possible : GHome Automation give that example : https://developers.home.google.com/automations/example-scripts#synchronize_two_lights What...

Device state not checked automatically upon change

I am using a Shelly Door Window 2 Sensor, a typical two-part sensor with a bigger part full of electronics and a smaller magnet, triggering stuff when moved away.The Shelly DW2 is supported by Home scripts according to this list.The problem so far is...

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Can't connect Geeni

Last night, I encountered my all-too-common "cannot reach Geeni" message from my Assistant. I ended up unlinking Geeni from my Google Home before trying to relink it. That's when I kept getting "Could not reach Geeni. Please try again" message in my ...

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Video History

30-day video history. I need day 31 for a property loss claim. I went to access the video and realized I hit the 30-day mark. any way to get it?

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Nest doorbell alerts

Hi all,I am trying to get my doorbell to display on my nest hub when the button is pressed. I have followed all instructions:*Both the doorbell camera and hub display show in the Google home app*I have enabled visitor announcements in the nest app*I ...

daivea by Community Member
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Google nest cam

How can I get a notification if someone in my family has turned off the camera then turned back on?

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